children's services - make a difference Child Care Training Courses in Early Childhood Education and Care
welcome Thank you for taking the time to consider the Suzan Johnston Training Organization. Founded in 1959, the name Suzan Johnston is renowned throughout Australia for delivering superior and quality training programs. With decades of training experience, Suzan Johnston Australia has an enduring reputation for delivering Child Care training courses that are of the highest standards. Our graduates are highly regarded and actively sought after for their outstanding knowledge, skills and professionalism. Suzan Johnston is the name employers know and trust which gives our graduates a definite competitive edge when pursuing employment. Our comprehensive course will enable you to gain exceptional skills, knowledge and a nationally recognised qualification to prepare you for employment as an outstanding educator and professional within the children s services industry. Our training centre offers a warm, friendly environment with modern, well-resourced learning facilities. Exceptional trainers facilitate our classes; they are truly dedicated and passionate teaching professionals, each with extensive industry experience. 02 Welcome 03 General Course Information 04 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care 08 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care 12 Other Courses Available 02 Midtown Tower, Level 6, 246 Bourke Street, Melbourne GPO Box 4704, Melbourne Vic 3001 Tel 03 9654 0999 Fax 03 9639 0126 Email info@sjaustralia.com.au www.sjaustralia.com.au ABN 54 050 998 493 Class sizes are small and our teaching methods are highly interactive, underpinned by the principle of learning. This ensures they are not only informative and empowering, but also relaxed and enjoyable. Please accept my personal invitation to visit our modern, centrally located training centre. Such a visit would enable you to meet some of our training team, have a guided tour of our training facilities and to observe our classes in action. I look forward to meeting you. Sincerely, Donna Leigh CEO
general course information Location The Suzan Johnston Training Organization is centrally located at Midtown Tower, Level 6, 246 Bourke Street, Melbourne (corner of Bourke and Swanston Streets). Course Commencement Dates and Enrolment Procedures Our training programs commence on a regular basis throughout the year. Please see the relevant course enrolment form for information on commencement dates and enrolment procedures. Course Fees Course fees can be paid in easy weekly instalments. Please see the enrolment form for further details. Government Funding Available Great news for our prospective students! You may be eligible to receive Government Funding Assistance whilst studying a Child Care course with Suzan Johnston. Now you can study at Suzan Johnston and only pay a small portion of our standard course fees. Eligibility criteria does apply. Please contact one of our consultants for more details. This funding has been made available by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. Course Duration and Hours of Attendance Our Child Care courses are available both full-time and part-time. Please see the relevant course enrolment form for more details. Accreditation Suzan Johnston Australia is a Registered Training Organisation (TOID 170) and our Child Care courses are nationally recognised. This ensures your credentials will be recognised Australia wide, giving you the freedom to seek employment or further your studies wherever you choose. 4 Nationally Recognised Training courses 4 Austudy and Centrelink approved 4 Approved for Government Funding Trainers and Delivery Methods Learn from the best! Classes are delivered face-to-face within a relaxed and supportive classroom environment. Our highly practical and interactive classes are conducted by firstclass trainers who are dedicated to teaching and have extensive industry skills and experience. Our small class sizes ensure that our trainers can work closely with you to personalise your learning experience, providing you with the help and support that you require every step of the way. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning is offered to any potential student who can provide evidence of competency for the units delivered within one of our training programs. For more details on your eligibility and how to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning, please contact one of our consultants. 03
certificate III in early childhood education and care (includes our professional nanny training course) dual qualifications making you extremely employable and versatile within your career At Suzan Johnston Australia we are totally committed to producing the highest calibre of Early Childhood Educators - graduates that are truly dedicated and capable of providing the best possible standard of care for children. As part of your course you will be introduced to Melbourne s leading children s services employment agencies. These agencies not only endorse our training course but also actively assist our students in finding suitable employment. Approximately 80-100% of our children s services graduates are successful in finding employment within 3-4 weeks of course completion! Employment Opportunities for Graduates The children s services industry continues to experience enormous growth. For decades we have taken pride in the excellent job placement results our graduates have achieved. The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will qualify you to work in a variety of positions including: Educator in a child care centre Educator in a kindergarten/pre-school Professional nanny within Australia or overseas Family day care worker Before and after school care assistant Play group supervisor Agency relief staff/mobile assistant Recreation assistant. To teach is to touch lives forever 04
Course Content The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will train you to care for children, support their development and make sure their environment is safe and nurturing enabling the children within your care to reach their full potential. This course consists of 18 units of competency that are delivered through a uniquely effective and supportive approach that ensures you gain your qualification within a surprisingly short amount of time. Please see the course enrolment form for a complete list of the units included in this course. This course consists of the following topics: Health, safety and emergency first aid Care for babies, toddlers and children Nutrition Implementing the legal/ethical and learning frameworks Cultural diversity Relationships with children Children at risk Childhood development Gathering information about children Supporting children Working effectively with co-workers Working within sustainable practices Children s play and learning Nannying skills Confidence and image development Résumé and interview preparation. Practical Placement This course will include extensive practical placement within a child care centre and also an optional Nanny placement. Your trainers will assist you to find a suitable placement host and will also be available to offer you continued support and encouragement whilst you complete this practical component. Practical placement assists you to gain essential experience and confidence required for employment, as well as giving you the opportunity to apply and further develop your skills and knowledge. The contacts our students make throughout their practical placement experience often lead to permanent full-time positions. Study Pathways Studying the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care can be a great stepping stone towards further studies and gaining a university qualification. You can begin your pathway to higher education by completing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and then continuing on to the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (also available at Suzan Johnston). Once you have achieved the Diploma qualification, you may further your studies by obtaining recognition/credit transfer into a Bachelor Degree at university. Testimonials Please refer to pages 6 and 7 for testimonials from some of our past students. 05
certificate III in early childhood education and care student testimonials Georgia Wilson Fresh out of Year 12, I enrolled at Suzan Johnston. It was an incredible experience; the staff were amazing. From the moment that I first walked in the door, I loved it. Through my practical placement I was offered a full-time job and I started work as soon as I graduated. Thanks to the amazing SJ staff I have achieved my dream job. A very thorough course totally professional. Fantastic! Monica Kluka Jessica Oddy I have always wanted to work with children and SJ gave me the opportunity to begin my new career quickly (I had a job before the course finished) and with an amazing level of individual support and encouragement. I will commence further studies next year (a Bachelor of Education) and I owe it all to Suzan Johnston. Rachael Busby The trainers were fantastic...excellent staff...excellent service Herian Micallef 06 Suzan Johnston has been fantastic! It is a highly supportive environment and it gave me career direction and the confidence to succeed. During the course I participated in practical placements which immediately led to my current full-time position as an Educator. Thank you to the Suzan Johnston team! Engaging, fun, encouraging and supportive. It was great! Megan Swinstead Ira Kristiyanti I recently arrived from Indonesia and wanted a short, intensive course that offered excellent career opportunities. Fortunately, I enrolled in the Suzan Johnston course and I acquired a job working as a before the course was even finished! Suzan Johnston opened opportunities for me to work in Australia in the field that I love! Thank you!
Steve Stokes After completing my Child Care Course with Suzan Johnston I was successful in gaining the first job that I applied for and I couldn t be happier. My knowledge, understanding of the role and my Suzan Johnston qualifications made all the difference! Phillippa Christian Celebrity Nanny - working within Australia and overseas! During my studies at Suzan Johnston, I was fortunate to learn from the best in the business. I had the best fun I have ever had whilst studying. Teaching staff were extremely professional and took great care in making sure that all participants were equipped with all the necessary skills needed to become excellent Nannies. What I was taught will stay with me forever. Trainers were amazing. So helpful and passionate. Madelyn Baker Maria Sweetman and Professional Nanny I am aged in my 60s and have always dreamed of working with young children. Suzan Johnston trainers were caring, friendly and knowledgeable. Suzan Johnston believed in me and enabled me to fulfil my dreams. I am now working as a nanny two days per week and also work in a child care centre three days per week. Thank you Suzan Johnston. Trainers were fantastic totally inspiring and their extensive experience with children was very evident. Shahna van der Klift An extremely nurturing and beneficial learning environment. Jocelyn Abbott Haylee Govan Suzan Johnston gave me the skills and confidence to begin my career as a. Thank you Suzan Johnston; you turned a shy, quiet girl into a professional. I am so proud to say I trained at Suzan Johnston. 07
diploma of early childhood education and care working with children the dream career! At Suzan Johnston Australia we are totally committed to producing the highest calibre of s - quality graduates that are truly dedicated, capable of providing the best possible standard of care for children, and have the potential and confidence to be future leaders and mentors to others within the industry. Our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is a highly comprehensive course, beginning with the fundamentals of working in children s services (Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care units) and gradually building your skills and knowledge to an advanced level (Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care units). Employment Opportunities for Graduates The children s services industry continues to experience enormous growth. For decades we have taken pride in the excellent job placement results that our child care graduates have achieved. Our graduates are highly regarded and sought after by employers and employment agencies. A wide range of exciting employment opportunities exist for our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care graduates. Career options include: Child care educator in a child care centre Child care educator in a kindergarten/pre-school Centre manager/director Authorised supervisor Group/team coordinator/leader Program leader Owner - child care centre or family day care Manager - before/after school hours care program Professional nanny within Australia or overseas Play group supervisor Agency relief staff/mobile educator. As part of your course you will be introduced to Melbourne s leading child care employment agencies. These agencies not only endorse our training course but also actively assist our students in finding suitable employment. Approximately 80-100% of our child care graduates are successful in finding employment within 3 4 weeks of course completion! 08
Course Content The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide care for individuals and groups of children, and to plan activities facilitating their leisure and play, enabling them to achieve their full potential. This course consists of 28 units of competency, which are delivered through a uniquely flexible and effective approach that ensures you gain your qualification within a surprisingly short amount of time. Please see the course enrolment form for a complete list of the units included in this course. This course consists of the following topics: Implementing legal/ethical/learning frameworks Health, safety and emergency first aid Care for babies, toddlers and children Nutrition Cultural diversity Relationships with children Children at risk and child advocacy Childhood development Gathering information about children Supporting children Working effectively with co-workers Working within sustainable practices Children s play and learning Nannying skills Workplace practices Fostering learning in children Leadership and management Confidence and image development Résumé and interview preparation. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be offered to any learner who already holds either the superseded Certificate III in Children s Services or the current Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification. Practical Placement This course will include extensive hands-on practical placement within a child care centre and also an optional Nanny placement. Your trainers can assist you to find a suitable placement host and will also be available to offer you continued support and encouragement whilst you complete this practical component. We will visit you regularly at your placement site to assess your practical skills and provide you with any additional support and mentoring where required. Although your practical placement will initially be voluntary (unpaid), it is possible that as you progress through the course and become more experienced, you may have the opportunity to participate in fully paid practical placement. The contacts our students make throughout their practical placement experience often lead to permanent full-time positions. If you are currently employed within a child care centre, you can complete your placement hours in your place of employment. Study Pathways Studying the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care can be a great stepping stone towards gaining a university qualification. Once you have achieved the Diploma qualification, you may further your studies by obtaining recognition/credit transfer into a Bachelor Degree at university. Testimonials Please refer to pages 10 and 11 for testimonials from some of our past students. 09
diploma of early childhood education and care student testimonials Leah Chizzoniti I originally completed the Suzan Johnston Certificate III and I was very excited about returning to do the SJ Diploma course. Both courses were extremely enjoyable and trainers had extensive industry experience and knowledge. By completing my Diploma at SJ it has opened up many pathways for my future in child care. I loved the trainer s passion and enthusiasm. Every class was engaging and interactive. Empowering! Athansia Bakopoulos Asha Goodchild Doing my Diploma with Suzan Johnston was a great career move. The staff were enormously helpful and treated each individual with care and support. Thanks to SJ I am now working as a room leader in a centre and I am also about to commence my Bachelor of Early Childhood Education. I would highly recommend SJ to anyone who wants to move forward within the children s services industry. Lucy Marchetti It is such a positive environment and the trainers are very helpful, energetic and professional at all times. Throughout the course I gained the extra confidence, knowledge and the belief in myself in order to go out and fulfil my dreams. I highly recommend The Suzan Johnston Training Organization you will not be disappointed! I would recommend this course to anybody. Trainers are passionate, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. The atmosphere in class is great, welcoming and encouraging. Every student is seen as equal and every voice is heard. Maddison Cvetkovski 10
I would definitely recommend SJ to everyone. The course was fun, informative and helpful. I absolutely loved attending every lesson. I am so impressed. Catherine Prasad Susannah Best I am so grateful for having the opportunity to further my studies with Suzan Johnston as not only did I learn so much valuable information (that will support my future career in the children s services industry), but I also found every day of my course to be extremely enjoyable, rewarding and fun! Zara Fernandes Suzan Johnston helped pave the way for me to get a great job in the children s services industry. The teaching staff were incredible mentors offering amazing support, encouragement and guidance. I would highly recommend this course to anyone. It was the best course I have ever done. Suzan Johnston is the best! I really enjoyed the trainer s support and felt that they believed in me. I feel so motivated to be a better educator Hayley Bushell The trainers were amazing the best teachers ever! They were so nice and helpful, and by gently encouraging us they brought out the best in everyone. Terri Herbert Priscilla D Souza The course was conducted by passionate professionals who have years of experience in working with children. This course provided me with the resources and the confidence to follow my dreams I am now enrolled in a Bachelor of Education course which will enable me to graduate as a primary school teacher. The course was wonderful! Melissa Morbey 11
other courses available Certificate II in Business Finishing and Image Development Certificate III in Business Administration Modelling Girls and Guys Certificate III in Travel Children s Modelling and Parties Suzan Johnston Training Organization Midtown Tower, Level 6, 246 Bourke Street, Melbourne. GPO Box 4704, Melbourne, Vic, 3001. Tel 03 9654 0999 / Fax 03 9639 0126 Email info@sjaustralia.com.au www.sjaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/sjaustralia